'Peat' soil are generally characterized as

A. Black, heavy and acidic soil

B. Red, light and acidic soil

C. Black, light and alkaline soil

D. Black, heavy and neutral soil

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Peat soil is generally characterized as Black, heavy and acidic soil.
It is an accumulation of partially decayed vegetation or organic matter. It is characterized by a high water table, absence of oxygen, reducing condition, low bulk density and bearing capacity, soft spongy substratum and low fertile soil.